SimplicityMisses' Wraparound Apron Packet, Code 9312 Sewing Pattern, Sizes XS-XL, White

Because I am apparently clumsy, I wear aprons whenever I eat or prep food, especially when I am dressed for work and appointments. I can sew simple things, but I have always purchased my aprons at craft fairs, which is silly because: I can sew! When I saw this pattern, with the ruffles and the floral fabric, I had to at least try, and I am glad I did.As I am short, I made the shorter apron, so I cannot review the ruffle part of the pattern, because the ruffles fit only the longer version, not the shorter version, so I guess that would be a negative for this pattern. The pattern includes how to make your own bias tape, which is a good thing to know. Since I was making the shorter version, and I have made my own bias tape, I just bought some that coordinated with my fabric.I have made two aprons, and have fabric for two more. The pockets are generous, but I did have to tweak the placement, as the markings for pocket placement don't always line up, no matter how careful I am. The pattern also has directions for adding extra trim to the pockets for the longer version, but there is no reason one cannot add the extra trim to the pockets for the shorter version, so of course, I HAD to add some ruffled lace! (If you knew me, you would get the humor.)I wear a size 16 (USA) and made the Large size apron, as there are four sizes in the pattern. I rarely cut the paper patterns; I trace them onto pattern fabric, which is more durable than the delicate tissue paper on which patterns are printed. This means I can use the smaller sizes in the pattern if I want to sew aprons for gifts. Anyway, if you make the short version, size Large, with store-bought bias tape (extra wide, double fold) you need around 7 yards; 8 yards to add trim to the pockets. I found that out the hard way: I was sewing the bias tape on the apron (I had not yet trimmed the pockets), and the 2 3-yards packages I had bought were not enough. So off to the fabric store, with bad hair and no make-up to buy one. more. package.As someone who likes to sew, but has minimal skills and no teachers, I found this pattern to be manageable. If someone is a good and fast sewist, this would be a good pattern to make for craft fairs, I think.Overall, I recommend this pattern. I am very happy with the two aprons I have sewn so far, and look forward to making more, some with holiday themes. I included photos of the first two I made: the one with green trim was made with gifted fabric from an elderly neighbor who had had to give up her beloved quilting, so free fabric; the purple flowered apron was new fabric. Since I usually sew and knit for others, these were projects I finally made for myself. (The lighting was odd, but that was what I had.)'

I liked the pattern, and it was easy to use. One to the things I like is that it has a range of sizes and lengths which makes it easily adaptable.I made the apron for a friend who owns a local restaurant. The moment I presented to her she put it on. She is totally delighted with it, which of course pleased me to no end.

Great pattern looking for wraps around.

Item arrived on time in great shape and I love this pattern I can’t wait to use it when I do I’ll return and post a photo

Pattern was easy to follow, directions were clear. It turned out a good product.

Love aprons but hard to find them to cover my chest. This pattern is perfect.

Item was what I was looking for. With minor alterations it will be perfect. I would definitely recommend

Not able to find a suitable Japanese-style apron in today's pattern books I looked to Amazon and found this one. Exactly what I wanted, but the pattern printing is horrible making cut out difficult. I also ran out of fabric for the "block" pattern which is a make your own bias hem tape edging so not sure where I'm going with this. Read other reviews about the neck fit and will find out if true. Disappointed with the Simplicity pattern.

Good design, keeps my clothes clean when cooking and cleaning.

Bien taillé, clair. Le rendu est exactement ce que je cherchais… et j’en ai vu des patrons de tablier japonais 😅